I don't care if these guys are culinary dropouts or not, they still know what they're doing!
Food: A pretty short menu but they have a little bit of everything. To start we had the Soft pretzels with provolone fondue. I'm not exaggerating when I say they have the BEST pretzels and cheese I've ever had since I've moved to AZ. We've tried Thirsty Lion's and AZ brewing Co. to name a couple but Culinary Dropouts wins. Not being biased in any way. It was just all around the best. SO ORDER THEM.
We also got the Roasted salmon and Rainbow Trout. I was shocked that this land-locked Arizonian restaurant had such great fish dishes. Very moist, flaky, no residual fishy taste. Flavors danced in my mouth. I want to say their fish is fresh not frozen bc of the texture, but can't be 100% sure.
For my beverage, the waiter suggested the Velvet Death, an absinthe drink, and it was yum.
Finished off with Apple Monkey bread and ice cream for dessert and it was heaven.
Prices: Appropriate but not out of this world
Atmosphere: Phenomenal. Culinary Dropout successfully pulls off the romantic or even family dining experience inside while also providing a social, drinking game area outside without it even being tacky. Creative lighting plays such a huge factor in interior decorating and ambiance and this place does it right. Just feels...idk...good. The indoor live music that night was enjoyable. The outdoor drinking patio/social games area is fantastic for groups and is a wonderful way to meet new people.
Service: Good.
You won't be disappointed.